Have you heard of the ‘Know Before You Go’ (KBYG) campaign? It is an ongoing campaign with around 300 travel industry partners – including P J Hayman & Company Ltd (the company behind 24/7 travel insurance)- to help Brits to stay safe and healthy abroad.

check your passport is in good condition and valid and you have all necessary visas

make copies of important travel documents and/or store them online using a secure data storage site

tell someone where you are going and leave emergency contact details with them

take enough money and have access to emergency funds

Every year thousands of British travellers seriously regret not taking these simple steps.
If you’re planning a trip you should read the travellers checklist – it’s full of practical tips for having a safe and enjoyable time.